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Hinge - Door - Front - Upper - LH - Remove and Replace: Removal

  1. Remove the underhood storage unit. See UNDERHOOD STORAGE UNIT (REMOVE AND REPLACE) .
  2. Remove the HEPA filter. See FILTER - HEPA (REMOVE AND REPLACE) .
  3. Disconnect 12V power. See DISCONNECT 12V POWER .
  4. Apply tape to the door and body to the mark the location of the LH upper door hinge to aid during installation.
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  5. Apply tape to the rear part of the LH front fender.
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  6. Remove the LH front door drive unit arm from the door hinge.
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  7. Remove the ball cap from the LH front door drive unit arm.
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  8. Support the LH front door with a floor jack.
    CAUTION: Put a soft object in between the floor jack's saddle and the door to prevent damage to the paint.
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  9. Remove the LH front door upper hinge bolts (x2) from the door assembly (torque 24 N.m).
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  10. Remove the LH front door upper hinge bolts (x3) from the body (torque 25 N.m).
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  11. Remove the LH front door upper hinge from the vehicle.
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